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# Celebrity Birthdays for the Week of May 4–10
As the first full week of May unfolds, a host of beloved celebrities are celebrating another trip around the sun. From legendary musicians to acclaimed actors, here’s a closer look at the stars marking their birthdays this week — along with a glimpse into their lives and careers.
## May 4
– **Will Arnett (54 years old)**
Canadian actor and comedian Will Arnett is best known for his role as Gob Bluth in the cult-favorite sitcom *Arrested Development*. With his distinctive deep voice, Arnett has also voiced characters in animated hits like *BoJack Horseman* and *The Lego Batman Movie*.
– Born: May 4, 1970, in Toronto, Canada
– Fun Fact: Arnett once auditioned for the role of Michael Scott in *The Office*.
## May 5
– **Adele (36 years old)**
British singer-songwriter Adele Laurie Blue Adkins, known mononymously as Adele, has captivated audiences worldwide with her soulful voice and emotional ballads. Her albums *19*, *21*, *25*, and *30* have earned her numerous Grammy Awards and global acclaim.
– Born: May 5, 1988, in Tottenham, London, England
– Short History: Adele rose to fame after graduating from the BRIT School for Performing Arts and Technology in 2006. Her debut album *19* was released in 2008 and went multi-platinum.
– **Henry Cavill (41 years old)**
British actor Henry Cavill is best known for his portrayal of Superman in the DC Extended Universe, starting with *Man of Steel* (2013). He also starred as Geralt of Rivia in Netflix’s hit series *The Witcher*.
– Born: May 5, 1983, in Saint Helier, Jersey, Channel Islands
– Fun Fact: Cavill was once considered for the role of James Bond before Daniel Craig was cast.
## May 6
– **George Clooney (63 years old)**
An American actor, director, producer, and philanthropist, George Clooney first gained fame on the TV drama *ER* before transitioning into a successful film career with roles in *Ocean’s Eleven*, *Syriana*, and *Up in the Air*.
– Born: May 6, 1961, in Lexington, Kentucky, USA
– Short History: Clooney has won two Academy Awards — one for acting (*Syriana*) and one for producing (*Argo*). He is also known for his humanitarian work, particularly in Darfur.
## May 7
– **Alexander Ludwig (32 years old)**
Canadian actor Alexander Ludwig gained fame for his role as Cato in *The Hunger Games* and later as Bjorn Ironside in the historical drama series *Vikings*.
– Born: May 7, 1992, in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
– Fun Fact: Ludwig is also a country music singer and released his debut album in 2021.
## May 8
– **Enrique Iglesias (49 years old)**
Spanish singer, songwriter, and actor Enrique Iglesias is often referred to as the King of Latin Pop. With hits like “Bailamos,” “Hero,” and “I Like It,” Iglesias has sold over 180 million records worldwide.
– Born: May 8, 1975, in Madrid, Spain
– Short History: The son of legendary singer Julio Iglesias, Enrique carved his own path to fame, initially keeping his famous lineage a secret to avoid nepotism.
– **Melissa Gilbert (60 years old)**
American actress Melissa Gilbert is best known for her role as Laura Ingalls Wilder on the NBC series *Little House on the Prairie*.
– Born: May 8, 1964, in Los Angeles, California, USA
– Fun Fact: Gilbert later served as the president of the Screen Actors Guild from 2001 to 2005.
## May 9
– **Rosario Dawson (45 years old)**
American actress Rosario Dawson has appeared in a wide range of films including *Rent*, *Sin City*, and *Seven Pounds*. She also stars as Ahsoka Tano in the *Star Wars* universe on Disney+.
– Born: May 9, 1979, in New York City, New York, USA
– Short History: Discovered at the age of 15, Dawson made her film debut in *Kids* (1995) and has since built a versatile career in Hollywood.
## May 10
– **Kenan Thompson (46 years old)**
American actor and comedian Kenan Thompson is the longest-tenured cast member in *Saturday Night Live* history. He first rose to fame as a child star on Nickelodeon’s *All That* and *Kenan & Kel*.
– Born: May 10, 1978, in Atlanta, Georgia, USA
– Fun Fact: Thompson received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 2022.
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## Quick Highlights (Bullet Points)
– 🎤 Adele’s album *21* is one of the best-selling albums of all time.
– 🦸♂️ Henry Cavill is an avid gamer and once missed a call from Zack Snyder offering him the Superman role because he was playing *World of Warcraft*.
– 🎬 George Clooney is a two-time Oscar winner and a noted humanitarian.
– 🎸 Enrique Iglesias has 27 number-one songs on the Billboard Hot Latin Songs chart — the most in the chart’s history.
– 🌟 Rosario Dawson co-founded Voto Latino, an organization aimed at encouraging young Latinos to vote.
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Happy birthday to all these incredible talents! Their contributions to music, film, and television continue to inspire and entertain audiences around the world.
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